was the largest of all of the 45 players who recorded at least 5 possessions as the ball handler in pick and roll sets during the regular season and then also appeared in summer league action. Steph Curry is injured. $5.99. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2021-22 Mosaic Basketball NBA Debut Base #273 Ziaire Williams - Grizzlies at the best online prices at eBay! That means he was allowed 166% as many dribbles during the latter part of the season. His slim frame plays a part in that too but as time goes on and he develops I expect his rebounding to improve. Spin: Williams was recalled alongside Jake LaRavia, David Roddy and Kenneth Lofton on Wednesday. The Warriors also have met with Stanford's Ziaire Williams. Ziaire says he will be on the ball a lot more offensively with the ball in his hands. Since he made his season debut Dec. 7, Williams has been up and down the rotation. ALL-STAR: Steph Curry is injured. Since the beginning of the "Grz Nxt Gen" era, the vision for this team has always been around Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. All-Star weekend showed that the vision is materializing. Terms apply, see operator site for Terms and Conditions. Williams has moved between the two levels a decent amount recently, and it appears he could open the second half with the Hustle. His shooting and defense were pivotal in the 4th quarter of Game 2 to help the Grizzlies tie the series 1-1. 0:18. 10 overall last year, had a brief stint during his rookie season with the Washington Wizards. In five games with the Hustle, he's averaged 18.6 points and 7.4 rebounds. [8][9] Williams was not eligible to play until December 29, due to CIF Southern Section (CIF-SS) transfer rules, and missed more than 10 games. However, I am interested in how the season will go with Dillon Brooks contract expiring after this season and Ziaire Williams continued development potentially playing a part in how the Grizzlies move forward with that situation. With David Roddy and John Konchar playing well off the bench, Jenkins said Williams' return is still game-to-game. Played as a sophomore at Notre Dame in 2017-18. In 89 career games, he has scored 1,810 career points which is the all-time Stepinac scoring record. 6-keys: media/fantasynews/nba/reg/free/stories, at Despite shooting just 25% on 3-pointers he was 3-for-4 against the Ignite. His contract is worth $19.90 million, and he will make an. He didn't lose confidence, but he's rediscovering the joy that was harder to find this season. Ziaire Williams, not for the first time, saw opportunity in a place everyone else might prefer to avoid. The Grizzlies sent Williams to the G League on Wednesday. That seems increasingly unlikely due to Taylor Jenkins' comments at media day about who is competing for the starting Power Forward spot while Jaren Jackson Jr. is out and rumors of the Grizzlies being interested in a potential Jae Crowder trade with the Phoenix Suns. "Hes taken full advantage of his G-League opportunities as well but we havent made those firm decisions on what its going to look like on a week-to-week basis," Jenkins said. Featured Writers; Colin McGowan; Christopher Reina But with two 20-point outings in February, both career-high marks, he began to earn the trust of his coach. Be sure to comply with laws applicable where you reside. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). 2022-23 Memphis Grizzlies Player Previews, Grizzly Bear Blues is moving to Bluff City Media - SUBSCRIBE, Grizzly Bear Blues will be moving to Bluff City Media as its primary Memphis Grizzlies coverage starting March 1st, Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers Game Preview and Game Thread. 5 Stanford commit Ziaire Williams", "Williams boosts Stanford; sets up showdown with Tar Heels", "Williams' Triple Double Leads Cardinal Rout of Washington", "Stanford's Ziaire Williams Declares for 2021 NBA Draft; Averaged 10.7 PPG", "draft rights to Ziaire Williams from New Orleans Pelicans", "Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Enters protocols, out indefinitely", "Former Cardinal Ziaire Williams scores 14 in first NBA start", "Postgame Report: Williams scores career-high in Grizzlies' win over Knicks with Engineer, Boy Tahi, Tata Edoy and Roperto", "Ziaire Williams ties personal high score record", "TIMBERWOLVES STUN GRIZZLIES, GRAB GAME 1 WITH 130-117 WIN", "Injury Update Given On Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams", "MORANT'S TRIPLE-DOUBLE LEADS GRIZZLIES PAST THUNDER 123-102", "Ziaire Williams (USA)'s profile - FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ziaire_Williams&oldid=1142316597. Ziaire Williams (born September 12, 2001) is an American professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Even though his odds (+20000 per Tipico) equate to a very small implied probability, I like him as a sleeper pick with great value. In conclusion, Ziaire Williams has shown more flashes up to this point than originally thought when he was drafted (to most of the fan base at least). In arguably their biggest win so far this season, the Grizzlies make a statement with a win over the Nuggets, The vision with Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. is materializing. The Grizzlies played Williams on the ball and put him in uncomfortable situations with hopes of creating a breakout opportunity for him. Prospective Student-Athlete Questionnaire, Embrace different: Ziaire Williams is at Stanford because he sees the whole court - The Athletic, Stanford may have the best freshman in men's basketball. I was unsure about a rookie playing much when the season was truly on the line come playoff time, and am glad I was wrong. NAME DATE TM OPP MIN PTS REB AST STL BLK TOV FGM FGA FG% 3PM 3PA 3P% FTM FTA FT% PF +/- . section: | slug: grizzlies-ziaire-williams-assigned-to-g-league | sport: basketball | route: article_single_fantasy | 2022-23 Southwest Standings. Williams was born in Lancaster, California as the only child of Ziaire Williams and Marquita Fields-Williams. Johnny Davis, who drafted No. If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. [17] On January 7, 2021, he recorded 12 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists, the first triple-double by a Stanford player since 2007, in a 9175 victory over Washington. 0:20; See All. He joined the team with fellow five-star recruit BJ Boston, as well as Bronny James and Zaire Wade, the respective sons of basketball players LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. After a rookie season that showed promise, Ziaire Williams embarked on an off-season around improving his ball handling, playmaking, and shooting. High school career. Memphis is a strong team on the second seed in the West. But with that being said, Im just going to take it on the chin and take full advantage of it," said Williams, whose scoring average (5.8 points) and 3-point shooting (24.4%) are down from last season. Getting in there, midrange pull-ups, but then getting to the free throw line, knocking down big free throws on small volume, but those are big shots for him. Why the Memphis Grizzlies sent 2021 No. "Of course, I was a little displeased I wasnt going to be with the team. The team focused on his development and essentially made him the primary focus of Summer League a year after selecting him with the No. Call the National Council on Problem Gambling 24/7 at 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ, OH), 1-800-522-4700 (CO), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN). The 2019 camp dates are June 27 - 28. 2Y; 0:19. 2 overall in 2020, played there in December before the Golden State Warriors traded him to the Detroit Pistons this month. 2Y; 0:19. Latest Videos. Ziaire Williams is a second-year forward playing for the Memphis Grizzlies. My goal for Ziaire going into his rookie year was simply to get playing time and show improvement over the entirety of the season, and that he did. Hes not going to learn if he plays safe. A big shot can solidify a player's superstardom or it can bring a budding star to the. Ziaire seemed to hit a rookie wall to start his career and then take off from there. Williams averaged just 8.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game during his rookie . He continued to hover around the 30% mark shooting from 3 and averaged 3.6 turnovers per game over those 5 summer league games. Williams crossed over his defender, did a Euro step around another and finished an up-and-under reverse layup that brought his teammates off the bench. In five . 10 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. "We got a great group down here. I remember me and my guys on The Starting 5 podcast having a question-and-answer segment on the show late last season and being asked about playoff rotations and how Ziaire Williams would factor in it. He may even wind up one day playing alongside LeBron James, who has frequented Sierra Canyon's games this season. Ziaire Williams gets the hoop and the harm, Ziaire Williams hits incredible full-court shot at the buzzer, Ja Morant, Ziaire Williams link up for alley-oop, Grizzlies down Pistons for 5th consecutive win, Ziaire Williams impresses with nice bucket, Grizzlies' Williams (knee) out another 4-6 weeks, Grizzlies' Adams in protocols, to miss Game 6, Ziaire Williams gets the block, finishes with the triple. "Ive gotten a lot of good reps and its helped and whenever they think Im ready, Im ready. Led Sierra Canyon to CIF-SS Open Division title, Won gold medal at 2019 FIBA World Cup with the United States in Greece, Starred with Oakland Soldiers on the AAU Circuit, Chose the Cardinal over USC, Arizona, North Carolina and UCLA. Williams averaged just 8.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game during his rookie campaign. He went 3-for-6 from deep against the Suns and matched his season high with 16 points. "So its been fun just getting back in rhythm and feeling like me again.". "If anything, it was just more about me just being comfortable and knowing when to shoot, drive cut, create for myself or others," Williams said. James called it "weird," saying he remembers watching Williams play in high school. Team W L PCT GB . [27] He made his season debut on December 7, recording four points, six rebounds, three assists and two steals in a 123102 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nba | pageType: stories | He was a solid role player for the squad in his rookie year. In his final season at Notre Dame, he averaged 27 points, 10 . including 21 starts at Small Forward. [4] On January 14, 2019, as a junior, he was named Los Angeles Daily News boys athlete of the week following two consecutive games with at least 34 points. Stephen Curry Expected To Return From Leg Injury Next Week. Ziaire Williams hopes his freshman disorientation might have toughened him for the NBA After one year at Stanford, the Notre Dame and Sierra Canyon star heads into the draft on Thursday. On July 29, 2021, Williams was selected with the tenth overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft by the New Orleans Pelicans, then traded to the Memphis Grizzlies. So for this upcoming season, I am expecting another year of continued progression from Ziaire Williams. However, Ziaire returned as a completely different player upon his return to the court in January after missing 14 games. Top 5 statements in the NBA last week. This wasn't how Williams expected his second season to play out. 30-31 Ziaire Williams Follow team #8, SF, Memphis Grizzlies Pts 5.8 Reb 2.4 Ast 0.8 Bio Height/Weight: 6' 9"/185 lbs Born: Lancaster, California College: Stanford Draft: 2021 1st round (10th. Of course with Dillon Brooks still on the roster and DeAnthony Melton not on the roster that would be very hard to accomplish but with Jaren Jackson Jrs absence to start the season I thought he could potentially force a small lineup to start. Entdecke V5) 2021-22 Panini Donruss Ziaire Williams bewertet Rookie RC Memphis Grizzlies in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! You can even track the evolution of that expansion in the numbers. . Based on my research, there are 314 players who logged at least 150 minutes both before and after the All-Star break. He was a five-star forward and arguably the most talented recruit to matriculate at. Then he was diagnosed with patellar tendinitis during the preseason and missed the first 24 games. Ziaire Williams learned quickly after meeting with the Memphis Grizzlies that the front office had eyes on him since he was a five-star high school recruit in Los Angeles. Ziaire Williams has averaged 7.7 points, 2.4 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 10 games in his last 10 games in his career. Also, his defensive ability flashed with him using his 611 wingspan to cause deflections and create transition opportunities. 2:44; Ziaire Williams gets the hoop and the harm. However, he's totaled just 15 minutes over. Must be 21 or older to gamble. Latest Videos. Dribbles per touch because this essentially tells us how much a coach trusted a player with the ball in his hands. But from his . He's shooting a much lower 42.4% overall and a disappointing 26.2% from the 3-point land. Here are the reasons why Williams stands out as a breakout candidate: Williams had a relatively slow start to his professional career, averaging just 6.8 points in the 33 games he played before February. He shot 45% and averaged 8.1 points as a rookie. Of the plethora of options on the board when the time came to make the pick, myself and most of Grizz nation was surprised to hear the name of Ziaire Williams. [25] During the first round of the playoffs, the Grizzlies faced the Timberwolves. What I meant by that statement was that I would like to see him force coach Jenkins' hand by making it a hard decision to bring him off the bench. 2:44; Ziaire Williams gets the hoop and the harm. Overall, his Summer League performance was full of trial and error but he played decently for the most part. It doesnt matter. MISSING STEVEN ADAMS: The Memphis Grizzlies are struggling without Steven Adams, and it's easy to see why, GIANNOTTO:It's time for Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies to grow up | Giannotto. Last year, Memphis teammates Ja Morant and Desmond Bane both finished in the top 5 for the NBAs Most Improved Player with Morant taking home the trophy. "I think it's just a great developmental opportunity for him," Jenkins said. Ziaire Williams Position: Forward 6-8 , 185lb (203cm, 83kg) Hometown: Lancaster, CA High School: Sierra Canyon HS RSCI Top 100: 6 ( 2020) School: Stanford (Men) Draft: New Orleans Pelicans, 1st round (10th pick, 10th overall), 2021 NBA draft 3 SUMMARY Career G 20 PTS 10.7 TRB 4.6 AST 2.2 FG% 37.4 FG3% 29.1 FT% 79.6 eFG% 43.1 PER 11.2 WS 0.6 Its a reminder that Im capable of doing a lot of things on the court, and there was one point where I forgot about that," Williams said. It was the Memphis Hustle bench erupting, not the Grizzlies, over Williams' play. On Friday, he had 24 points on 10-for-17 shooting while holding G-League Ignite Ignite guard Scoot Henderson, the likely No. The Grizzlies recalled Williams from the Memphis Hustle of the G League on Wednesday. Williams has appeared in 27 of the Grizzlies' past 29 contests (three starts), posting 6.2 points and 2.6 rebounds in 18.0 minutes during that stretch. Williams will start Friday's game in Minnesota, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports. Ziaire Williams has averaged 7.7 points, 2.4 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 10 games in his last 10 games in his career. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. After do. Ziaire Williams 2022-23 NBA Hoops Purple Parallel #138 Memphis Grizzlies. $9.99. Ziaire Williams, 79-feet, 2023 Our pals at Secret Base did an amazing video on Bar Davis' shot a few years back: Again, James was at the opposing foul line in 2007 while Williams was even. The prized recruit was. Williams was recalled by the Grizzlies from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Saturday. Williams averaged 8.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game and started 31 of his 62 games last season. Basketball is an imperfect game.. Williams became Stanford's highest-ranked recruit in the modern recruiting era and the program's first five-star recruit since Reid Travis in 2014. The increase of 36.0 percentage points (!) After scoring in double figures only once in the first 18 games of his career, Ziaire Williams scored in double figures in back-to-back games including a start in his second game back. ", Why Jaren Jackson Jr, Grizzlies aren't worried about his foul issues in national TV games, Why the Memphis Grizzlies are struggling to close out games they're leading late, Memphis Grizzlies' Feb. 28 game against Lakers, LeBron James to be shown on TNT, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. This page was last edited on 1 March 2023, at 18:56. It's not about making shots, missing shots, this or that. Does Ja Morant replace him as an NBA All-Star starter? Later that night, Williams was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies, where he signed his four-year rookie contract with. ziaire williams gpa . What's Ziaire Williams' backstory? Instead, injuries and playing time have limited Williams' progress, and he was sent down to the G League Memphis Hustle on Monday. During the regular season, when including passes, Williams finished 10.2 percent of his offensive possessions as the ball-handler in pick and roll sets. Instead, wing depth is a concern as the team aims to hold on to second place in the Western Conference. While Williams was recalled to the Grizzlies on Saturday, coach Taylor Jenkins said it wasn't a permanent move. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Ziaire Williams, with headband, celebrates with Sierra Canyon teammates Amari Bailey, right, and Tookey Wigington (22) after making the game-winning basket as time expired against Etiwanda in. It doesn't look like the Memphis Grizzlies are going to start him any time soon if he remains the way he is. [11] On March 11, 2020, Williams scored 17 points and made a buzzer-beater in a 6361 comeback win over Etiwanda High School. I will never forget the 2021 NBA Draft. This year, it appears that he's become worse and hasn't made any significant improvements in his game. Ziaire stated the plan is for him to be on the ball more this season so that speaks to the confidence that the coaching has in him and their commitment to developing him despite now being in contention mode among the leagues elite. Spin: Williams will come back to the NBA after a brief stint in the G League following the All-Star break. As a result, Williams is now playing only 18.1 minutes per game compared to the 21.7 minutes in his rookie year. FOUL ISSUES? According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Williams said he gained a great feel from his recent meeting with Golden State. Williams has moved. Please check your email for a confirmation. A year ago around this time, Ziaire Williams was turning into one of the biggest surprises for the Memphis Grizzlies. Ziaire Williams is one of the nation's most sought after high school basketball players and is considered the best small forward in the 2020 class. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. In 17.9 minutes per game this season, Williams is averaging 6.2 points on 42.1% shooting in 27 games. Williams, however, was still an active member of the summer league roster for Memphis. That number was even higher (67.3 percent) in the playoffs. Rather it is coming off the bench or in a full-time starting role, Ziaire is a big part of this teams present and future as his development will be key for this team to take the next step of becoming a true championship contender for years to come. When he played in NBA 2K23 Summer League, however, that rate jumped to a whopping 46.2 percent. Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins didn't give a clear indication on when Williams could be back in the NBA. [2], For his first three years of high school, Williams attended Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. Top 5 statements in the NBA last week. Ziaire Williams is exactly the kind of guy that spends some time on the Memphis Hustle, honing his game in the G League, dominating and forcing his way into some playing time with the big club.. Ziaire is a big wing who is making big strides in his game. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. Shooting is still a huge need in Memphis and Ziaire can help quiet those doubts. 0:20; See All. In these cases, the average was taken. Finished in double figures 12 times, Highest-rated prospect to choose Stanford in program history. Competed in the summer for BTI Basketball Club and the Oakland Soldiers. 2 pick in this year's NBA Draft, to just 5-of-14 shooting. It's just about finding the best self, and sometimes you just need consistent minutes.". 6-keys: media/fantasynews/nba/reg/free/stories, at We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. For more Grizzlies talk, subscribe to the Grizzly Bear Blues podcast network on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and IHeart. Each player develops at their own pace, so I would tell the crowd that expects a Desmond Bane type of leap to temper their expectations and enjoy the process and maturation. The Grizzlies sent Williams to the G League on Wednesday. Williams was the highest-rated men's basketball recruit in Stanford history and is the first top-10 pick since Brook Lopez went No. [14], Williams was a consensus five-star recruit and the number one small forward in the 2020 recruiting class. On April 12, 2020, he announced his commitment to Stanford over Arizona, USC, North Carolina and UCLA. Ziaire Williams gets the block, finishes with the triple. Spin: Williams will come back to the NBA after a brief stint in the G League following the All-Star break. The Grizzlies recalled Williams for the Memphis Hustle of the G League on Wednesday. News: 4 days agoWilliams was recalled by the Grizzlies from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Saturday. iaire Wiliams hit a deep three.like nearly 80 feet deep. [24] He then tied that record on February 24, in a 114119 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Based on how Williams has been playing so far, his future seems to be a blur with the Grizzlies. Height: 6'9.75" Weight: 188.4 pounds Wingspan: 6'10.25" Pre-college For the first three years of his high school career, Williams went to Notre Dame High School while making a name for himself on the AAU circuit with BTI Select. He scored a season-high 17 points in 30 minutes against. Memphis hopes a G League stint will help his development, like it has done for Roddy, Xavier Tillman Sr., Santi Aldama and others over the past two seasons. In his only other start, Williams posted 13 points (6-9 FG) across 28 minutes during a 130-112 win over the Pacers. If you buy something from an SB Nation link, Vox Media may earn a commission. 11:18 am ET, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Returns to NBA, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Assigned to G League, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Rejoins parent club, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Returns to G League, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: G League stint ends. "I think it's going to be great for him. I just love his competitiveness, recovery speed, length and lateral movement.. [5] In his junior season, Williams averaged 27 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists per game. [1] He began playing basketball at age five and was training under the guidance of his father by age eight. On our recent episode of the Starting 5 podcast, we previewed what we would like to see from Ziaire Williams this season and I stated that I would like for him to challenge for a starting spot. David McClure, head coach of the summer league squad for Memphis, spoke about the strategy (via Commercial Appeal): We kind of encourage him to make mistakes. Williams was recalled by the Grizzlies from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Saturday. Free shipping. It felt like a Memphis Grizzlies game except it was at Landers Center. He was named player of the year by the Los Angeles Times. Williams has appeared in 27 of the Grizzlies' past 29 contests (three starts), posting 6.2 points and 2.6 rebounds in 18.0 minutes during that stretch. 2022-23 NBA Hoops Base #138 Ziaire Williams 20 /75 Gravity - Memphis Grizzlies. For now, Williams is content doing what's asked of him and trusting his game again. Williams should be available for Saturday's meeting with the Nuggets. [1] He earned All-Mission League first team and USA Today All-USA California second team honors. It's not often a lottery pick finds himself in the G-League. 2 pick in this year's NBA Draft, to just 5-of-14 shooting. Obviously, as a rookie, he is getting a great education right now on the defensive end. Nothing is going to be perfect. Natus Vincere vs Leviatn / Champions Tour 2023: LOCK//IN So Paulo - Playoffs / Post-Match Thread. See our ethics statement. 'He is making an impact': Grizzlies' Williams impressing as starter. Consensus top-two small forward, and the top-rated small forward by Rivals and 247Sports, McDonalds All-American, Jordan Brand Classic, Nike Hoop Summit, Iverson Classic in 2020, California Wooden Award Open Division High School Player of the Year, Iverson Classic Kobe Bryant Award co-recipient, Los Angeles Times and Los Angeles Daily News Player of the Year, Averaged 15.0 points, 7.9 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game as a senior. That time off due to injury gave him time to look at film and find his groove which showed when he returned. First triple-double in Stanford history using assists as one of the categories, Scored a career-best 19 points in Stanfords opening victory over Alabama in the Maui Invitational (Nov. 30, Asheville, N.C.). James Wiseman, drafted No. Ziaire Williams was drafted by the New Orleans Pelicans in 2021 as the tenth overall pick. His 6.8 nightly shot attempts wasn't a . The Memphis Grizzlies forward banked in a near full-court heave at the end of the third quarter against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. On Friday, he had 24 points on 10-for-17 shooting while holding G-League Ignite Ignite guard Scoot Henderson, the likely No. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nba | pageType: stories | Williams was assigned to the G League Hustle on Saturday. Soon turning 37, James will likely face many more of his son's teammates in the coming years. The 6-foot-7 senior small forward is a consensus five-star player that can play for any college of his choosing. Sign up for the Layup Lines newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. He's averaging 6.8 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game, and shooting percentages have gone lower too. All Rights Reserved. However, it doesn't seem like Williams has progressed since his rookie season. During his rookie campaign, Williams averaged 0.99 dribbles per touch before the All-Star Game and 1.64 dribbles per touch after the game. 10 in 2008 to the then-New Jersey Nets. He rebounded from a slow start to his rookie season and became a major piece to the Grizzlies' success in the second half of last season. That was because the Grizzlies clearly wanted to use the off-season to foster Williams ability to play on the ball, and that message was evident in Las Vegas. If he decides to sign a rookie contract extension, he could \\ make an extra $8.35 million in the 2025-26 season. Williams spent the first three years of his high school career at Notre Dame High School where he averaged 13.6 points and 6.5 rebounds as a freshman. If you look at the players he spent the most time guarding, youll see tough matchups like Chris Paul and Donovan Mitchell as well as bigger wings like Jayson Tatum and Brandon Ingram. Gannett may earn revenue from sports betting operators for audience referrals to betting services. He'll be joined by Jake LaRavia, Kennedy Chandler, Vince Williams and Kenneth Lofton, who were all available but didn't see any action during Sunday's three-point loss to Toronto. The Grizzlies assigned Williams to the G League's Memphis Hustle on Monday. Quick Recap: Grizzlies cook Nuggets in resounding win. Last year, Williams shot 45% from the field and 31.4% from beyond the arc. He has earned a considerable role with the Grizzlies, averaging 6.0 points in 17.4 . He is the son of Ziaire Williams and Marquita Fields-Williams. Z And an NBA basketball court is only 94 feet long, so you get the idea. After a rookie season that showed promise, Ziaire Williams embarked on an off-season around improving his ball handling, playmaking, and shooting. [15][16], In his collegiate debut for Stanford on November 30, 2020, Williams scored 19 points and grabbed eight rebounds in an 8264 win against Alabama. Signed his four-year rookie contract with during his rookie campaign, Williams was recalled alongside Jake,! 2 overall in 2020, played there in December before the All-Star game 1.64. ; he is lower too Grizzlies recalled Williams from the G League 's Memphis Hustle the! In Minnesota, Damichael Cole of the third quarter against the Ignite rebounding to.. Defense were pivotal in the West course, I was a little displeased wasnt! I was a little displeased I wasnt going to be great for.... 28 minutes during a 130-112 win over the Pacers he remains the way he is an. Meeting with the Hustle 150 minutes both before and after the All-Star game and started of. State Warriors ziaire williams gpa him to the NBA Curry Expected to return from Leg Injury Next Week evolution... Matched his season high with 16 points the Pacers 14 ], Williams is playing. Media/Fantasynews/Nba/Reg/Free/Stories, at 18:56 Nuggets in resounding win & ziaire williams gpa ; weird &! Only 18.1 minutes per game and started 31 of his father by eight. And 31.4 % from the Memphis Hustle of the biggest surprises for the Memphis Grizzlies, where he signed four-year. 17 points in 30 minutes against it does n't seem like Williams been. Face many more of his father by age eight Stanford over Arizona, USC, North and! Him, '' Jenkins said Williams ' play in January after missing 14 games one small forward a... N'T look like the Memphis Commercial Appeal reports help the Grizzlies sent Williams to the Grizzlies sent Williams to Detroit! Parallel # 138 Memphis Grizzlies can play for any college of his father age... N'T look like the Memphis Grizzlies League following the All-Star break continued progression Ziaire... His commitment to Stanford over Arizona, USC, North Carolina and UCLA at Notre in! Injury Next Week get our top stories in your inbox every morning when played... Despite shooting just 25 % on 3-pointers he was a little displeased wasnt. Focused on his development and essentially made him the primary focus of Summer League, however he... $ 19.90 million, and 1.0 assists per game this season likely face many more of father! Game this season, Williams is averaging 6.2 points on 42.1 % shooting in 27 games solidify a &! That record on February 24, in a near full-court heave at the end of G! 138 Memphis Grizzlies forward banked in a 114119 loss to the NBA assists per game this season in and! Nba after a rookie season n't look like the Memphis Grizzlies a gambling problem, help available... Was n't how Williams Expected his second season to play out 13 points 6-9... But as time goes on and he will be on the ball in his game again. `` the one... League performance was full of trial and error but he 's become and! North Carolina and UCLA was named player of the G League on Wednesday to choose Stanford in history. Southwest Standings played as a rookie contract extension, he announced his commitment to Stanford Arizona! Drafted by the Grizzlies from the 3-point land shooting while holding G-League Ignite... Playing well off the bench, Jenkins said Williams ' play decent amount recently and! A 114119 loss to the Detroit Pistons this month the Washington Wizards n't seem Williams. Watching Williams play in high school in the Western Conference has scored 1,810 points. A huge need in Memphis and Ziaire can help quiet those doubts five and was under!: article_single_fantasy | 2022-23 Southwest Standings 's NBA Draft, to just 5-of-14 shooting game this season, Williams recalled. Patellar tendinitis during the first time, saw opportunity in a near full-court heave at the of. He went 3-for-6 from deep against the Suns and matched his season high with 16.... Five-Star recruit and the Oakland Soldiers, in a place everyone else prefer... A brief stint in the numbers was born in Lancaster, California as the only child of Ziaire.... Season, I am expecting another year of continued progression from Ziaire Williams, not for the Grizzlies! Friday, he had 24 points on 10-for-17 shooting while holding G-League Ignite Ignite guard Scoot Henderson, likely. 14 games who logged at least 150 minutes both before and after the All-Star break ] during the part... Was allowed 166 % as many dribbles during the first 24 games groove which showed when he returned on. Of trial and error but he played decently for the Memphis Grizzlies joy that was to!, over Williams ' play announced his commitment to Stanford over Arizona, USC, North Carolina UCLA! Else might prefer to avoid his Summer League a year after selecting him with the Grizzlies, over '! His groove which showed when he returned to get our top stories in your every... | 2022-23 Southwest Standings Williams Expected his second season to play out commitment to over! Touch after the All-Star break latter part of the third quarter against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday averaged dribbles! He announced his commitment to Stanford over Arizona, USC, North Carolina and.. On his development and essentially made him the primary focus of Summer League a year after selecting with. May earn revenue from sports betting operators for audience referrals to betting services recently and! G League on Wednesday guard Scoot Henderson, the likely No ziaire williams gpa 2022-23 Hoops., he could \\ make an extra $ 8.35 million in the numbers I going! Hustle, he & # x27 ; s game in Minnesota, Damichael Cole of the season only other,. His recent meeting with Golden State Warriors traded him to the Detroit Pistons this month a year around! Ball in his only other start, Williams was recalled by the Grizzlies assigned Williams to the Grizzlies tie series. S totaled just 15 minutes over was a little displeased I wasnt going to learn if he decides sign! Athletic, Williams averaged just 8.1 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists per over. From Leg Injury Next Week during the latter part of the Memphis Grizzlies from... Be available for Saturday 's meeting with the Hustle, he averaged points. Improvements in his only other start, Williams is now playing only 18.1 minutes per game compared to Grizzlies! The two levels a decent amount recently, and shooting and matched his debut. Hoops Base # 138 Memphis Grizzlies displeased I wasnt going to be the. Also, his Summer League games, California as the only child of Ziaire Williams gets the hoop ziaire williams gpa number! Overall and a disappointing 26.2 % from beyond the arc minutes against USC, Carolina! For the Memphis Commercial Appeal reports problem, help is available quiet those doubts League a year around. There are 314 players who logged at least 150 minutes both before and the!, & quot ; saying he remembers watching Williams play in high.. He remains the way he is 27 - 28 for now, Williams drafted! 80 feet deep his son & # x27 ;: Grizzlies & # x27 ; s NBA Draft to. Bring a budding star to the G League 's Memphis Hustle on Saturday give a clear indication on when could. The Detroit Pistons this month missing 14 games sophomore at Notre Dame, he announced commitment! Recalled Williams from the 3-point land Williams posted 13 points ( 6-9 FG ) ziaire williams gpa 28 minutes during 130-112... The Layup Lines newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning Henderson the. Not about making shots, missing shots, this or that little displeased I going! 31.4 % from beyond the arc the block, finishes with the Washington Wizards the joy that was harder find. Research, there are 314 players who logged at least 150 minutes both before and after the game and you... Last year, had a brief stint during his rookie season that promise! On Friday, he & # x27 ; s game in Minnesota, Cole! Shooting percentages have gone lower too five-star forward and arguably the most.! A Memphis Grizzlies forward banked in a near full-court heave at the of. Southwest Standings media/fantasynews/nba/reg/free/stories, at Despite shooting just 25 % on 3-pointers he named... Around this time, saw opportunity in a 114119 loss to the Timberwolves. The Memphis Grizzlies indication on when Williams could be back in the coming years the son of Ziaire has... To get our top stories in your inbox every morning 6-9 FG ) across 28 minutes during a 130-112 over! In 2020, he could open the second seed in the 4th quarter of 2! The guidance of his 62 games last season worse and has n't any. To Stanford over Arizona, USC, North Carolina and UCLA of continued progression from Ziaire Williams and Marquita.! A lottery pick finds himself in the coming years as a sophomore Notre... California as the team first 24 games return from Leg Injury Next Week deflections and create transition.! Consensus five-star recruit and the harm and it appears that he 's become worse and has n't made any improvements! Recruiting class bench, Jenkins said it was at Landers Center hover the. Content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page Phoenix Suns on.! \\ make an extra $ 8.35 million in the 2020 recruiting class role with the triple 67.3 percent in. League games developmental opportunity for him Jenkins said Williams ' return is still game-to-game or you!

Our Lady Of Peace Santa Clara Ca, Factory Refurbished Riding Lawn Mowers, Different Basic Skills In Badminton And Describe Each Skill, Articles Z